NHTSA Complaint #11625135 — 2015 KIA SORENTO

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11625135
Vehicle	2015 KIA SORENTO
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	July 5, 2024
Date Filed	November 14, 2024
Mileage	162,645 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	WI

Consumer Description

March of 2022 the engine stalled out and found out due to coolant leaking from head gasget area. Put new engine in and July 2024 the new engine started stalling and knocking. No warning lights. In middle of busy traffic and died. Rod bearings failed and metal shavings appeared in engine. Need another engine but can't afford it. Dealership said its manufacturer problem. I know other kia engines were covered under the problem with rod bearing but ours wasn't. This should be included

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